Lexus RX450h - Power (Ignition) Switch

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2-1. Driving procedures
Power (ignition) switch
Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on
your person starts the hybrid system or changes “POWER” switch modes.
■ Starting the hybrid system
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
The “POWER” switch indicator will turn green. If the indicator does
not turn green, the hybrid system cannot be started.
Press the “POWER” switch.
After a while, the “READY” indi-
cator comes on with a beep
sound.
The vehicle can move when the
“READY” indicator is on even if
the engine is stopped.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the hybrid system is
completely started.
The hybrid system can be
started from any mode.
■ Stopping the hybrid system
Stop the vehicle.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Set the parking brake. (P. 180)
Press the “POWER” switch.
Release the brake pedal and check that the indicator on the
“POWER” switch is off.
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